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- 2023 Fall Phlebotomy Graduation
2023 Fall Phlebotomy Graduation CONGRATURATIONS!! in Methodist Charlton Medical Center Phlebotomy Training Methodist Charlton Medical Center & Empowering The Masses #Phlebotomy #graduation
- Expanding Food Access—and Building Community—in Southern Dallas
United Way’s Southern Dallas Thrives and Empowering the Masses partner to open a first-of-its-kind Community Market. Last month marked an inspiring moment for the communities of Southern Dallas. On Saturday, Oct. 28, our North Texas neighbors came out in force to celebrate the opening of the new Community Market, the latest venture from Empowering the Masses. The market will address food insecurity in the surrounding residential areas, while also helping to foster a vibrant community in a location that has experienced historical disinvestment.... Food Access, Food Insecurity, Health, Social Innovation Accelerator, Southern Dallas Thrives, The Pitch, Community, Community Market
- Community Market Grand Opening
Community Market Grand Opening Thank you for our Sponsors and Supports
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- HOME | Empowering The Masses - Dallas TX
Empowering The Masses Impact Statements 76 Graduates fr om our 2022 Phlebotomy Training 50 Graduate from our 2022 Community Health Worker Training 313,000 lbs. of food provided to more than 300 families weekly Back-to School Supplies Giveaway to 300 children Thanksgiving Basket distributed more than 350 families Christmas Gift Basket delivered to 50 seniors in Christmas 2022 Christmas Gift Baskets to 400 children Education + Advocacy = Empowerment VOLUNTEER >> DONATE MONEY >> BECOME A SPONSOR >> USE YOUR VOICE >> Who We Are Every day, Empowering the Masses operates as a nonprofit focused on empowering our neighbors in the Dallas area, by providing life skills and educational training services. The results of our work are clear: individuals achieve financial independence and self-sufficiency, becoming the sustaining force in the lives of their families and productive members of the communities where they live and work. Empowering the Masses provides for basic needs, delivers educational resources, and provides access to careers that are stable and lucrative, paving a path for sustainable success in life. Together, we help the people we serve gain self worth and financial independence. As they begin their journey to success, renewed and equipped, we strive for these neighbors to become self-sufficient to improve not only their own quality of life, but their contributions to their communities and society Empower our Community by Making a Donation DONATE NOW >> Our Mission Building stronger communities through empowering citizens to live to their full potential through access to financial resources, vocational training, core skills development and advocacy promotion. Get Involved in Our Community VOLUNTEER >> EXPLORE VOCATIONAL TRAINING PROGRAMS >> Core Values Education + Advocacy = Empowerment Belief We hold a firm belief that people can change their lives and their circumstances. Understanding We have walked the same paths as those we serve, but each journey is unique to the individual. Accountability To equip and empower, we must be accountable to the results of our work with each person we serve. Learning The more we learn as an organization, the better we can teach others and the better we can serve. Education We believe the foundation for advancing livelihoods lies within an individual's possession of acquired knowledge. We aim to indoctrinate our audience with tools, insight and opportunities to promote continued education. Advocacy We trust that an individual advances capacity once they begin to champion on behalf of their wellbeing. We rally this initiative in the quest to create engaged communities. Empowerment Empowerment can only be achieved if sustainability and vitality coexist. We commit to furnishing our audience while posturing them for engagement to promote The Empowerment Models. Workshops, Events, and Services Empowering the Masses is here to help you advance your career with our training programs. All training programs include Soft & Life Skills workshops to aid you in the job search process. Food Pantry Through our partnership with Sharing Life Community Outreach, we are able to distribute food to those individuals and families who are in need Every Saturday of each month. Please contact us for further information if you are in need of assistance or if you would like to volunteer. Dates Every Saturday 8 AM - 10AM Address 3220 Samuell blvd. Dallas 75223 Contact Call 214-730-0100 or Email info@empoweringthemasses.org SEE MORE >> EXPLORE COMMUNITY EVENTS & SERVICES >> North Texas Giving Day Learn more about Help us Achieve our Goals Thank you United Way Learn More Text To Give Giving To Empowering the Masses Just Got Easier Now you can support our work, at any time and from anywhere you happen to be. Our “Text to Give ” program works on any device. Just text “DONATE ” to 972.947.5819 from your phone (or any other device), and then you can text any donat ion amount to the same number. It’s this easy to join us in making a difference in our community.. As always, your donation will contribute to our mission to nourish the bodies and minds of our community’s low-income families and individuals. Together, we will provide nutritious food and education to those who need it the most. Join us and be a hero for our community. Thank you f or your support! "DONATE" to 972.947.5819 >> GET INVOLVED! APPLY VOLUNTEER >> Training Program Explore Our Training Programs Empowering the Masses is here to help you advance your career with our training programs. All training programs include Soft & Life Skills workshops to aid you in the job search process. Phlebotomy Certificate Preparation This 12-week course will provide you with the knowledge and skills required by the National Healthcareer Association for certification as a Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT). To become certified requires passing the phlebotomy exam offered by the National Healthcareer Association. SEE MORE >> Community Health Worker Training The Empowering the Masses Community Health Worker Training (CHW) Program is a Texas Department of State Health Services (DSHS) approved CHW Training Site for both CHW 160- hour (12 Weeks) training and CEU training for CHWs and CHWIs. SEE MORE >> CEU Training Through Empowering the Masses and our partners we are able to serve the Southern Dallas Community by providing tools that will help the community grow in positive ways and improve the quality of life for the people whom we seek to serve. SEE MORE >> SUBSCRIBE NOW >> Thanks for submitting! Get the latest from Empowering the Masses right to your inbox by signing up for our newsletter. Be the first to learn about community events and programs that empower our neighbors through nutrition and education Current Partners, Sponsors and Donors BACK TO TOP For any inquiries, please call or email us 214-730-0100 info@empoweringthemasses.org Our Office Hours Mon - Thu: 9am - 2pm Our Address 2922 Martin Luther King Jr Blvd Suite 131A Dallas TX 75215 Send us a Message or Call to Schedule an Appointment Email Subject Your message Send Thanks for submitting!
- Food Pantry | Empowering The Masses | Dallas
Food Pantry Every Saturday 8:00 am to 10:00 am Address 3220 S amuell blvd. Dallas 75223 Contact Call 214 -730-0100 or Email info@empoweringthemasses.org Let’s End Hunger. Now. Our partnership with Sharing Life Community Outreach allows us to distribute food to individuals and families who are in need. Our Food Pantry happens every Saturday of the month. DOWNLOAD THE FLYER >> Please email us at info@employthemasses.org for further information. Also, If you are interested in volunteering at our Food Pantry, please complete the application form . CONTACT US TO GET ASSISTANCE >> INTERESTED IN VOLUNTEERING? >> Food Pantry Donations Empowering The Masses and our partners in hunger relief strive to reduce food insecurities in families and children through our weekly food distributions. In order to accomplish this task, ETM relies heavily on donations. DONATE THE FOOD PANTRY >>
- Volunteer | Empowering The Masses | Dallas
Volunteer to Feed a Family Today. *We welcome volunteers Friday from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm and Saturday from 7:00 am to 11:30 am Volunteers serve our neighbors in different ways: Friday: Assembling, preparing, and packing 30 - 40 lb. emergency food bags to be distributed in the drive-thru pantry. Saturday: Assisting with the drive-thru pantry operation, clients drive-up, and -stay in their cars. Our staff a nd volunteers place pertinent information on the dashboard, which is recorded. Volunteers bring pre-packaged bags of groceries to the trunk of each car. For clients and volunteers’ protection, if the trunk is full or does not work, clients are directed to a location where they load their groceries. Please contact our Volunteer Coordinator through the link below or Email ljohnson@empoweringthemasses.org CONTACT US TO VOLUNTEER >> Ready to make a difference? SUBMIT A VOLUNTEER APPLICATION TO SIGN UP! For Groups We welcome groups to volunteer with us! We have weekday opportunities to assist in our pantry. Group sizes of 10 people or less are ideal for our space, but we would love to work together no matter your group size! Please complete the Group Application and our Volunteer Engagement Manager will follow up with you. GROUP VOLUNTEER APPLICATION >> Please contact our Volunteer Coordinator through the link below or Email ljohnson@empoweringthemasses.org For Individuals We are actively seeking volunteers that can make a regular commitment to serve. Whether it is once a week or once a month, we rely on our volunteers to get nutritious food into the hands of those in need. Please complete the Individual Application and our Volunteer Engagement Manager will follow up with you. If you are under age 18, please fill out the Youth Application. Please note that volunteers must be AT LEAST 14 years of age to volunteer on their own. INDIVIDUAL VOLUNTEER APPLICATION >> YOUTH VOLUNTEER APPLICATION >> Empowering the Masses VOLUNTEER WAIVER AND RELEASE OF LIABILITY GUIDELINE AGREEMENT Volunteers Are the Backbone of Empowering The Masses Empowering The Masses is doing everything we can to make sure that the families in our communities receive the groceries they need in a timely and safe manner. We believe that this is not the time for our neighbors to be undernourished, which can weaken their resistance to the virus. Due to COVID-19, Empowering The Masses is on an emergency service operation schedule. Our drive-thru food pantry is open every Saturday from 8:00 am to12:00 pm. We are serving clients in an efficient and safe manner, so that they do not have to leave their vehicle. We operate from a local church and have enhanced our cleaning methods, procedures, and schedule. Staff and volunteers are requested to wash their hands before entering the prep area, wear protective gloves, wear a cover/mask face/nose area, and practice the recommended social distancing of six feet apart. Volunteers have been serving in different areas Saturday :Assisting with the Drive-thru Pantry Operation, clients drive-up, stay in their cars, Our staff and volunteers place pertinent information on the dashboard, which is recorded. Volunteers bring pre packaged bags of groceries in the trunk of each car. For clients and volunteer’s protection, if the trunk is full or does not work, clients are directed to a location where they load their groceries. Friday-Assembling, preparing, and packing 30 - 40 lb. Emergency Food bags to be distributed in the drive-thru pantry. *We welcome volunteers Friday from 9:00 am to 12:30 pm and Saturday from 7:00 am to 11:30 am* In order to ensure a safe and socially distanced volunteer environment we would like to know who we will have on-hand each day, So that we are prepared please note that we are in need of a 24 hour notice before a volunteer can assist at the Pantry. Once you have received confirmation from our volunteer coordinator you will be added to our list of volunteers. Please note that you must receive confirmation prior to arriving to volunteer. Your health safety and the safety of our staff is our top priority Interested in volunteering please contact our Volunteer Coordinator at Email ljohnson@empoweringthemasses.org VOLUNTEER TRAINING INFORMATION ENGLISGH >> SPANISH >> EMPOWERING THE MASSES VOLUNTEER GUIDELINE REGARDING CORONAVIRUS DISEASE 2019 (COVID-19) >> CAN’T VOLUNTEER IN PERSON? START A VIRTUAL FOOD DRIVE! >> SOCIAL MEDIA POLICY FOR VOLUNTEERS >> “Volunteers are very critical here because they have that element of empathy, beyond sympathy.” - Karen, volunteer & former client BACK TO TOP